Anamnestic

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-000560",
  "term": "Anamnestic",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "Relating to the rapid and heightened immune response that occurs upon re-exposure to an antigen previously encountered by the immune system. This secondary response is characterized by faster onset, greater magnitude, and often higher affinity antibody production compared to the primary response. It forms the basis of long-term immunity and vaccination efficacy.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "immunological memory"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1122 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/anamnestic/"
}